CLAWS Electronics Test Engineer

Posting Details

Posting Information Posting Number PG194226EP Internal Recruitment No Working Title CLAWS Electronics Test Engineer Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with Experience Work Schedule M-F Job Location Raleigh, NC Department CLAWS About the Department North Carolina State University is leading the charge as the recipient of a $39.4 million award from the Department of Defense to establish the regional Microelectronics Commons regional innovation hub, Commercial Leap Ahead for Wide Bandgap Semiconductors ( ) . This initiative, part of the larger $238 million investment through the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) and Science Act, aims to revolutionize the field of wide bandgap semiconductors.

Hub leadership, Distinguished Professors John Muth and Fred Kish, are dedicated to the “lab to fab” journey—translating laboratory advancements into fabrication capabilities for wide bandgap semiconductors. The hub brings together a dynamic partnership with N.C. A&T State University and industry leaders, including Wolfspeed, Coherent Corp., General Electric, Bluglass, Adroit Materials, and Kyma Technologies, Inc. This collaborative effort will propel the development of semiconductors crucial for national defense, electric vehicles, power grid technologies, 5G / 6G, quantum technologies, and artificial intelligence applications. Wolfpack Perks and Benefits As a Pack member, and can enjoy designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.What we offer :

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Disclaimer : Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered. Essential Job Duties We are seeking a highly skilled Test Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of next-generation GaN semiconductor devices. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Power or RF semiconductor device test, preferably with deep hands-on experience testing RF devices.

Key Responsibilities

Execute on-wafer and packaged device tests in state-of-the-art CLAWS test facility (50%)

RF devices, including amplifiers, passives, and MMICs. Small signal (S-parameter), load-pull, pulsed I-V, DC characteristics, parametric test, thermal effects.

Power devices, including transistors and diodes. DC and switching characteristics of high voltage and high current electronics.

Go / No-Go electrical testing of process control monitors.

Reconfigure test equipment to support varied test specifications.

Implement new device / wafer characterization plans, methods for data reduction, and parameter extraction (30%)

Support design for test (DFT) initiatives that facilitate high throughput testing.

Develop and qualify new test capabilities.

Collaborate with MES engineers to integrate test capabilities with centralized data infrastructure.

Ensure the availability of test equipment and capabilities (20%)

Leverage statistical methods to define test capabilities such as GR&R or MSA.

Oversee equipment calibrations and apply known-good standards regularly to demonstrate conformance with specifications.

Develop and document SOPs, training other users where necessary.

Maintain or repair test equipment with support from OEMs. Replace consumables.

Other Responsibilities The successful candidate will :

• Comply with stated workplace policies.
• Communicate results, plans, and other updates to a variety of audiences.
• Adhere to and mentor others in known best practices.
• Support CLAWS activities such as tours, meetings, and conferences.

Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience

Other Required Qualifications The successful candidate must demonstrate :

Preferred Qualifications The successful candidate would preferably have additional experience in :

MES and SPC systems.

PCB design, build, and test.

Required License(s) or Certification(s) n / a Valid NC Driver's License required No Commercial Driver's License required No Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions Job Open Date 09 / 09 / 2025 Anticipated Close Date Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants should upload a cover letter, CV / resume, and contact information for at least three professional references.

Optional documents – you may upload any previous projects as Other Document (1). Position Details Position Number 00111579 Position Type EPS / SAAO Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours / week) 1.0 Appointment 12 Month Recurring Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event Department ID 140110 - CLAWS EEO NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

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